1980 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1980 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fiesta. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Fiesta | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
